This text-book aims at presenting the fundamental principles of Mechanical EngineeringDesign.The fundamentals of theory and design are presented as lucidly as possible to enable thestudents in engineering institutions to get a clear grasp of the basic principles of the subject.It explains the general theory of mechanical engineering design and sets out problems forthe students aimed at equipping them for design of machine parts with intelligence andunderstanding.Throughout this book the chief aim has been to illustrate the subject matter fully with suitablediagrams and by direct treatment of the subject matter.The book contains numerous examples carefully chosen from past examination papers ofvarious Indian Universities.The book is intended for Mechanical Engineering students preparing for degree examinationsin engineering of almost all the Indian Universities, diploma examinations of various technicalboards, certificate courses, examinations of A.M.I.E., U.P.S.C., G.A.T.E., I.E.S. and othersimilar competitive and professional Examinations. It should also prove of interest and ofpractical value to practising engineers.